Modern Textiles
MODERN STYLE
The late 19th and early 20th centuries saw sweeping social change and major scientific advances — both of which contributed to a new aesthetic: modernism. Rejecting the rigidity of Victorian artistic conventions, modernists sought a new means of expression. References to the natural world and ornate classical embellishments gave way to the sleek simplicity of the Machine Age. Architect Philip Johnson characterized the hallmarks of modernism as “machine-like simplicity, smoothness or surface [and] avoidance of ornament.”
Early practitioners of modernist design include the De Stijl (“The Style”) group, founded in the Netherlands in 1917, and the Bauhaus School, founded two years later in Germany.
Followers of both groups produced sleek, spare designs — many of which became icons of daily life in the 20th century. The modernists rejected both natural and historical references and relied primarily on industrial materials such as metal, glass, plywood, and, later, plastics. While Bauhaus principals Marcel Breuer and Ludwig Mies van der Rohe created furniture from mass-produced, chrome-plated steel, American visionaries like Charles and Ray Eames worked in materials as novel as molded plywood and fiberglass. Today, Breuer’s Wassily chair, Mies van der Rohe’s Barcelona chair — crafted with his romantic partner, designer Lilly Reich — and the Eames lounge chair are emblems of progressive design and vintage originals are prized cornerstones of collections.
It’s difficult to overstate the influence that modernism continues to wield over designers and architects — and equally difficult to overstate how revolutionary it was when it first appeared a century ago. But because modernist furniture designs are so simple, they can blend in seamlessly with just about any type of décor. Don’t overlook them.
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Style: Modern
Handmade 100% Royal Baby Alpaca Sill Herringbone Throw by Fells/Andes
By Fells Andes
Located in San Francisco, CA
About
The Sill throw by Fells Andes is designed in San Francisco and handmade in the Andes, supporting local culture and craft.
Made from 100% Royal Baby...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Materials
Alpaca
Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Malibu by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Malibu by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 35 x 40cm
Materials: Bio cotton, paper. Color off white.
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted....
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Paper
Brutus Lounge Cushion - Charcoal - Linen.
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
Brutus lounge cushion - Charcoal - linen.
Embellish your Brutus lounge chair with the anthracite-coloured Brutus lounge cushion. Made from high-quality linen, this cushion offers b...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Ochre Plaid Ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Ochre Plaid Ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available in colors: yellow/ grey/ blue...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Cushion with Silver Sequins Hand Embroidered over Printed with Hand Block Print
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion with Sterling silver sequins hand embroidered and over printed with hand block print,
Back side black silk satin
Size 48 x 65cm
Colour goes from ant. Silver to charcoal
Show...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Suede Leather Cushion Color Sea Foam Green Hand Saddle Stitched Rhombus Detail
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion size: 35x 50cm, front panel very soft suede leather color sea foam green with rhombus detail highlighted with hand saddle stitching, back side panel in fabric, handwoven line...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Suede Leather Cushion Color Mandarine Hand Saddle Stitched Rhombus Detail
Located in Hamburg, DE
Cushion size: 35 x 50cm, front panel very soft suede leather color Mandarine with rhombus detail highlighted with hand saddle stitching, back side panel in fabric, handwoven linen co...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Linen
Silk Cushions Pleated Pattern Embossed Color Brown Square Size
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair of silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated pattern color brown, front panel silk taffeta hand woven, back panel plain hand woven, heavy silk in matching col...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Tiger Silk Velvet Handmade Pillow
Located in ROCCAVIVARA CB, IT
Not all the pillows look the same.
These hand woven pillows are made out of silk velvet and will add a special touch to your homes.
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Pair of Silk Cushions Color Oyster Fish Scale Pattern
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated silk mesh, fish scale pattern, back panel plain silk, handwoven silk taffeta col. Oyster, size 35 x 50cm,
cushion c...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Le Cylindre Stripe Cotton Corduroy Bolster Cushion, Chalk/Espresso
By AMÉLIORÉ
Located in London, GB
Made of sumptuous soft cotton velvet corduroy sourced from Italy, this handcrafted vintage-inspired Le Cylindre patchwork stripe bolster cushion reflects the brand's affinity for mod...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Velvet, Cord
Hermes Pillow Clic Clac Quadrille
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Clic Clic Quadrille, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Me...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
21st Century "Cavalieri" Pure Cashmere Grey Blanket with Leather Edging
Located in Milano, IT
A superb accessory for any room in the house, our "Cavalieri" blanket is a perfect companion for relaxing moments on the bed, reading a book in a lounge chair, or sitting by the fire...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Other
Pleated Silk Cushion Box Pleat Pattern Color Lipstick Pink
Located in Hamburg, DE
Decorative cushion: taffeta silk fabric, color lipstick pink with embossed front panel in steam pleated Box Pleat pattern, back panel plain silk taffeta, 5...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Plaid Mulera by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Plaid Mulera by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 180 x H 138 cm
Available in colors: green/ salmon/ vino, mu...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Chumbes Blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Chumbes blanket 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Materials: 100% cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 130 x H 180 cm
Available in colors: blue/banana/silver and terracot...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
That Was Yesterday by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
That Was Yesterday by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 155 x 50 cm
Materials: Linen, Bio Cotton. Color white, grey, black
Technique: Manually...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Paper
Tous by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Tous by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 160 x 145cm
Materials: Wool, Alpaca, Bio cotton. Colour off white
Technique: Manually woven. Hand...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Alpaca, Cotton
Contemporay Signature cushion in cashmire and wool by altreforme
Located in Calolziocorte (Lecco) Italy, IT
Comfort, elegance and personality: soft cushions made of 80% wool and 20% cashmere for the first textile of altreforme. The colors are customizable to fit into any color context, for...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pleated Silk Cushions Pleat Opal Pattern Color Chocolate
Located in Hamburg, DE
One pair silk cushions with embossed front panel in steam pleated opal pattern, back panel plain silk, handwoven silk chase Erwin Diva color chocolate size 55 x 55cm, concealed zippe...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary German Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Aconite by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Aconite by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 55 x 45cm
Materials: Bio cotton, paper. Colour Off white
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted.
Aconite is a beautiful piece of tapestry with different textures that fits in every room. By manually cutting away threads in the graphic image — certain areas of this fabric become transparent and textured.
Designer's Biography
Nathalie Van der Massen...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Alpaca, Cotton
Sver by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Sver by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 100 x 80cm
Materials: Silk. Dyed blue and grey
Technique: Manually woven, and painted. Hand-craf...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Paint
Le Carré Checkered Cotton Corduroy Cushion, Chalk/Espresso
By AMÉLIORÉ
Located in London, GB
Made of sumptuous soft cotton velvet corduroy sourced from Italy, this handcrafted vintage-inspired Le Carré patchwork checkered cushion reflects the brand's affinity for modernist 2...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Velvet, Cord, Wool
Amara by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Amara by Nathalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 150 x H 50cm
Materials: Linen, Bio Cotton. Off white color.
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-c...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen
Tiger Luxury Silk Pillow Monochrome and Gold, The Tropics Collection
Located in Hastings, GB
Be bold and fearless with our luxury silk 'Tiger' cushion from our Tropics range
This luxurious 100% silk cushion has a rich cotton velvet back and piped edge
Inspired by these ico...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary English Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
OMS by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
OMS by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 160 x 110cm
Materials: Papier, Bio Cotton. Color Ecru.
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted. Paint...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Paper
Yin Yang Pillow, Silk, Double-Sided
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This versatile design in pure white and night indigo silk reflects the opposite energy of the Yin and the Yang. Elegant and Minimalist, the double sided design on silk creates a dual...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk
Green Plaid Manta by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Green plaid manta by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Availabl...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
of Hoping by Nathalie Van Der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Of hoping by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 100 x 80cm
Materials: Linen, bio cotton. Dyed white, grey, green.
Technique: Manually woven...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Paint
Wool Blanket Pattern Orange Red Woven of Extra Fine Merino by Catharina Mende
Located in Berlin, DE
Designed in Berlin by Catharina Mende, woven of 100% extra fine merino in Scotland: This luxurious and flattering throw is the perfect combination of color, shape and material for ev...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Scottish Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Small Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Small nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 50 x H 50 cm
Available in colors: Grey/ grey/ cream,...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Geometric Print Pillow in Linen and Cotton
Located in Madrid, ES
Cushion made with 50% linen and 50% cotton fabric, with a geometric print of manual design finished in black velvet cord and invisible zipper on the back.
Every item LA Studio offer...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Linen, Velvet
Kukuy Nido Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Kukuy nido cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 38 x H 38 cm
Available in colors: Nature, night blue, beige pink, ...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Large Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Large Nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm
Available in colors: grey/ grey/ cream,...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
De Sede DS-51 Pillow in Nougat Upholstery by Antonella Scarpitta
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The DS-51 swivel armchair helped establish De Sede’s worldwide reputation for Swiss hand craftsmanship and production of the highest quality. Optionally available with or without arm...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Textiles
Materials
Leather
Musgo Chumbes Pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo Chumbes pillow 1 by Mae Engelgeer.
Materials: 100% cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm
Available in colors: musgo/banana/silver/pasto....
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Musgo Chumbes Pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo chumbes pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer.
Materials: 100% Cotton.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm
Available in colors: musgo/banana/silver/pasto....
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Musgo Chumbes Pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer
Located in Geneve, CH
Musgo chumbes pillow 2 by Mae Engelgeer.
Materials: 100% Cotton.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 80 x H 80 cm
Available in colors: musgo/banana/silver/pasto....
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Hermes Pillow Feuillage Vague in Orange, Navy Backing
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Feuillage Vague, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticu...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Coraz 1 Nido Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Coraz 1 nido cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% cotton.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 50 x H 50 cm
Available in colors: Salmon/yellow, olive/pink, mos...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Set of 2 Hey Moon by Nathalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Hey Moon by Natalie Van der Massen
Dimensions: 2 x 100 x 80cm
Materials: PA, Bio Cotton. Color Silver
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted. Diptych.
Hey Moon is a beautiful e...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Silk, Paint
Meridian by Natalie Van der Massen
Located in Geneve, CH
Meridian by Natalie Van der Massen
Limited Edition.
Dimensions: 115 x H 150cm
Materials: Paper, bio cotton. Color off white.
Technique: Manually woven. Hand-crafted.
Meridian is a beautifully textured tapestry suited...
Category
2010s Dutch Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Paper
Melodicware Trio, Musical Portal, Agustina Bottoni
Located in Geneve, CH
Designed by Agustina Bottoni
Handcrafted in Italy
Materials: solid brass with satin finish - rayon fringes
Size 110cm x 22cm / 43” x 9”
Chain length 150cm / 60"
Melodicware ex...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Brass
Saddle Cushion, Verde for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle cushion, Verde for Tria chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions:-
Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category ...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Black Plaid Manta by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Black plaid manta by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available in colors: blue/ black/ r...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Saddle Cushion, Malva for Tria Chair by Colé Italia
Located in Geneve, CH
Saddle Cushion, Malva for Tria Chair by Colé Italia with Lorenz + Kaz 2012
Dimensions: -
Materials: Shaped for Tria chair; 2 pockets on the back, Category...
Category
2010s Italian Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric
Yellow Plaid Ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Yellow plaid ruana by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 200 x H 120 cm
Available ...
Category
2010s Colombian Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Medium Nobsa Cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Located in Geneve, CH
Medium nobsa cushion by Sebastian Herkner
Materials: 100% natural virgin wool.
Technique: Hand-woven in Colombia.
Dimensions: W 60 x H 40 cm
Available in colors: grey/ grey/ cream...
Category
2010s German Modern Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pair of Picasso Inspired Throw Pillows by Nicholas Wolfe
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover a touch of artistic elegance and unparalleled comfort with this pair of down-filled throw pillows, handcrafted with meticulous attention in Chicago. These aren't just any th...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Fabric, Down
Hermes Pillow Feuillage Vague in Orange, Orange Backing
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Introducing the exquisite limited edition Hermes Fabric Feuillage Vague, a truly exceptional piece that encapsulates the essence of luxury, craftsmanship, and timeless beauty. Meticu...
Category
2010s French Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton, Silk
Ra Pillow in Green, 24x12"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ra by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor and named for the Egyptian sun god, Ra is a dynamic geometric design that...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Downtown Pillow in Blues, 16"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Downtown by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor, Downtown is a textural small-scale geometric pattern created on a ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Trickledown Pillow in Natural, 16x12"
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Trickledown by Drusus Tabor with a knife edge finish. Created in collaboration with Drusus Tabor and printed by hand on a soft linen ground, Trickledown has the ...
Category
2010s American Modern Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Schumacher Elsa 20x14" Pillow in Sandstone
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Elsa. A fanciful pattern enlivened by writhing stylized snakes, Elsa fabric in sandstone has sophisticated and seductive charm. Pillow is finished with a welt in Cedric Cotton Lip Cord...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Shumacher Ananas 18" Pillow in Peacock
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Ananas with a knife edge finish. A lush landscape of pineapples nestled among banana leaves, Ananas was designed in 1930 by Paul Poiret exclusively for Schumache...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Shumacher Margarete 22" Pillow in Ivory on Charcoal
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Margarete with a knife edge finish. Margarete in ivory on charcoal redefines bouclé. Woven with a superior yarn that blends wool and cotton with extra body and t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Schumacher Buena Vista 22" Pillow in Sky
By Schumacher
Located in New York, NY
This pillow features Buena Vista with a knife edge finish. A wonderful, blanket-like woven stripe that's simple yet sophisticated, Buena Vista in wheat has...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Textiles
Modern textiles for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a broad range of unique Modern textiles for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, seating, rugs and carpets and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, cotton and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Modern textiles made in a specific country, there are North America, United States, and Europe pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include Schumacher, LO DECOR, Jhon Ortiz, and Studio Variously . It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $22 and tops out at $33,930 while the average work can sell for $320.